United Way society to offer scholarship

Published: Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 8:29 p.m.

Last Modified: Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 8:30 p.m.

The United Way of Etowah County’s Young Leaders Society will award a graduating senior a $500 scholarship to a college of the student’s choosing.

Criteria for eligibility includes:

• Applicant must be a 2013 graduate of an Etowah County high school.

• Applicant must have a minimum high school GPA of 3.5.

• Applicant must demonstrate leadership ability and community involvement.

• Financial need will also be considered in the selection process.

The deadline for application is April 2. For information contact Jessica Brown, 256-547-2581, or jbrown@uwoec.org.

YLS is a group of people ages 21 to 45 who are committed to making a difference in Etowah County. YLS members invest in the community through United Way and specifically work to make a positive impact on children and youth of Etowah County.

<p>The United Way of Etowah County's Young Leaders Society will award a graduating senior a $500 scholarship to a college of the student's choosing.</p><p>Criteria for eligibility includes:</p><p>• Applicant must be a 2013 graduate of an Etowah County high school. </p><p>• Applicant must have a minimum high school GPA of 3.5. </p><p>• Applicant must demonstrate leadership ability and community involvement. </p><p>• Financial need will also be considered in the selection process. </p><p>The deadline for application is April 2. For information contact Jessica Brown, 256-547-2581, or jbrown@uwoec.org.</p><p>YLS is a group of people ages 21 to 45 who are committed to making a difference in Etowah County. YLS members invest in the community through United Way and specifically work to make a positive impact on children and youth of Etowah County.</p>